Classic Films
A modern classic movie is airing on TV tonight

A modern classic movie is airing on TV tonight

While it did not fare well at the box office, the film has garnered a devoted legion of fans. Babylon, the epic historical comedy-drama from Oscar-winning director Damien Chazelle (La La Land, Whiplash), is airing on TV tonight (Friday, 13 February). Set during the decadent days of early Hollywood, the film centres around Manny Torres […]

1 month ago

One of the best Ireland-set movies ever made is on the telly on Tuesday night

One of the best Ireland-set movies ever made is on the telly on Tuesday night

A truly iconic film. Film4 has just announced that iconic Irish-set film ’71 is showing on their channel on Tuesday night. The British digital television channel took to Twitter to announce the news. If you’ve got any fingernails left after Sorcerer on Friday, may we recommend ‘71, tomorrow at 11.50pm? Jack O’Connell is a young British […]

8 years ago

FEATURE: 7 of the best opening scenes in film history

FEATURE: 7 of the best opening scenes in film history

We all love an opening scene that grabs you by the ears and drags you into the action. Sometimes, the rest of the film disappoints (we’re looking at you, Snake Eyes) but a great intro definitely helps to win the audience over. Everyone has their favourites but we think you’d be hard pressed to beat […]

10 years ago